Environmental Protection Engineer

1 week ago

California, United States Orange County Sanitation District Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Environmental Protection Engineer to join our team at the Orange County Sanitation District. As an Environmental Protection Engineer, you will play a critical role in implementing the Federal Pretreatment Program and protecting the Groundwater Replenishment System (GWRS).

Key Responsibilities
  • Issue control mechanisms in accordance with the Code of Federal Regulations (40 CFR) and OC San Ordinance.
  • Issue and renew industrial wastewater discharge permits to industrial facilities.
  • Evaluate permit applications and design drawings of industrial waste management practices.
  • Finalize permits and permit requirements.
  • Implement permittees' industrial sampling and monitoring programs.
  • Evaluate industry compliance histories.
  • Perform evaluations of the permittees' corrective response plans and waste management proposals.
  • Prepare and finalize correspondence.
  • Conduct technical facility inspections and compliance audits to assess and verify permit application information, investigate the cause of violations, and conduct pollution prevention assessments.
  • Interact with industrial permittees, other regulatory agencies, and the public in person, by telephone, and in writing by responding to requests regarding regulatory, permit, and enforcement issues.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education, with major coursework in civil, mechanical, chemical, electrical, or environmental engineering, or a related field.
  • Two (2) years of increasingly responsible engineering experience.
  • Valid California Class C Driver's License.
Desirables
  • Advanced computer skills, including, but not limited to, database management skills, pretreatment software systems, and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, etc.).
  • Strong business writing, verbal communication, leadership, teambuilding, and negotiation skills, which include the ability to interface with OC San personnel, the public, the business community, and other agencies in a professional manner.
  • A bachelor's degree in Chemical or Environmental Engineering and possession of an Engineer-In-Training Certificate are desirable.
  • A thorough knowledge of engineering principles, unit processes, and chemistry is highly desirable.
  • Knowledge of the Federal Pretreatment Program.
Working Conditions

The successful candidate will work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer. They will also operate a motor vehicle and visit various OC San sites, projects, and/or meetings. The position requires mobility to work in changing site conditions, including standing, sitting, and walking on level, uneven, or slippery surfaces. The candidate must also be able to reach, twist, turn, kneel, and bend, and climb and descend ladders. The position may require some light physical work, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials and objects averaging a weight of 51 pounds, or heavier weights, in all cases with the use of proper equipment and/or assistance from other staff.

Supplemental Information

All OC San employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state law (California Government Code Section Employment with the OC San requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

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